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Renovation, design, home decor and lifestyle inspiration; shared by DIY enthusiasts Courtney + John Achilli. Restoring an 1884 cottage in New Jersey, the property welcomes guests to the Jersey Shore through Airbnb, plus creative or special event rentals.
LIFE AT CONTENT: Halloween Bug Sugar Cookies
We are resurrecting one of our most popular Pinterest posts, just in time for Halloween: Bug Sugar Cookies.
This is by FAR, the easiest Halloween recipe you will find on the Internet, and this simple technique can be used on a variety of applications.
DIY: Autumnal Decorating Finds for Under $30
With the autumnal equinox approaching, we’re inching closer and closer to crisp, fall weather. And, on the heals of our recent feature in the “autumn” edition of Cottages & Bungalows Magazine, we’re excited to share the fun & seasonal decor we incorporated into the magazine photoshoot (with sources!)
We’ve come up with 10 Autumnal Decor Finds for Under $30 that will have your home feeling cozy and inviting just in time for the cool weather.
10 Simple Decor Under $30 to Refresh Your Home for Spring
With the arrival of the equinox, we’re inching closer and closer to spring weather! And even though our spring to-do list keeps growing longer and longer, I’m taking this weekend to focus a bit on our interior.
We’ve come up with 10 Decorating Finds Under $30 to Refresh Your Home for Spring that will have your home feeling bright and inviting just in time for the warm weather.
LIFE AT CONTENT: 3 Easy Halloween Decorating Ideas
I have said it before, and I will say it again: I love Halloween! It's such a nonsense holiday.
ROUND-UP: Sconces with Vintage Charm Under $50
There's nothing better than finding a great light fixture at a flea market or antique shop. But chances are, the electrical components won't meet modern standards or code.
LIFE AT CONTENT: Halloween Decor 2016
This year, I decided to re purpose my Halloween decor, and not buy anything new. Don't get me wrong, with almost 10 years of Halloween party hosting on my resume, I had plenty to work with.
Also, I'm not a kitschy Halloween decorator, and prefer to use common household items in creative ways to suggest spook. I also love the Dollar Store, so my displays usually max out at $5.